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At the airport

Lufthansa Lounges

You can relax, take forty winks or get down to some work before your next flight in the Lufthansa and Star Alliance partner lounges at all major international airports.To the loungefinder

How to get there

Driving Directions

Highway 60, which runs from central Tampa, passes in front of the airport entrance. This route continues past the airport and across the bay to Clearwater.

Interstate 275 branches off from Highway 60 at exit 39 and connects northwards to North Tampa and southwards to St. Petersburg.

Tampa’s northern suburbs are also linked by West Columbus Drive, which forms West Spruce Street when driving westwards towards the airport.

Bus

HART’s (tel: (813) 254 4278; www.gohart.org) number 30 bus runs to destinations in central Tampa every 30 minutes. The bus stop is located at Red baggage reclaim. The journey time to Tampa is around 40 minutes and the fare is US$2.

Shuttle

There is a desk at each end of Arrivals for shared-ride shuttle services. Super Shuttle (tel: (727) 572 1111 or 800 282 6817; www.supershuttle.com) serves Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties. The fare to central Tampa is around US$12. A free shuttle service departs from level 1 to International Plaza, a large shopping complex.

Taxi

Taxis are available from Yellow Cab (tel: (813) 253 0121; www.yellowcaboftampa.com) and United Cab (tel: (813) 777 7777; www.unitedcaboftampa.com). The flat rate to central Tampa is US$25 and it takes 15-20 minutes. Journeys to all other destinations are metered.

Car Parking

There is a short-term car park with direct access to the terminal via lifts. The long-term car park is connected to the building via a monorail service and pedestrian bridges. The first hour in the short and long-term parking areas is free of charge. A remote car park that is adjacent to the post office offers economy rates and is connected to the terminal by a free shuttle service. Valet parking is also available. For further parking information, contact the parking office (tel: (813) 870 8790).

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Accessibility

Facilities for disabled visitors include dedicated toilets, lifts and ramps, as well as TTY/TDD telephones for hearing-impaired travellers. Reserved parking spaces are provided on all levels of the short-term and long-term garages.

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Money

There is a bank, a bureau de change and several ATMs at Tampa International Airport.

Communications

Public telephones and data ports are situated throughout the terminal. There is a post office near the remote economy car park, while post boxes and stamp machines are positioned at various points within the terminal. Free Wi-Fi is also available.

Food

There are several eateries at the airport. These range from full-service restaurants to fast-food outlets and cafés – the majority of these can be found in the concourses within the departure area. There are also several bars, including a lounge bar serving cocktails.

Shopping

Tampa International Airport is home to a number of shops, from newsagents to specialist gift shops. Duty-free shopping for international passengers is located in concourses E and F.

Luggage

There are no luggage lockers at the airport. Trolleys are available throughout the terminal and car parks for a fee. For lost and found items, contact the airport police department (tel: (813) 554 1414).

Other

Other facilities at Tampa International Airport include a first aid room, chapel, 24-hour children’s play area and baby change facilities.

Conference & Business

There are meeting rooms and a business centre at the Airport Marriott Hotel (tel: (813) 879 5151; www.marriott.com). Among the services on offer here are computer workstations with internet access as well as fax, colour printing, photocopying and shipping services. Meeting facilities are also located at a number of other local hotels, including the Courtyard Tampa Westshore (tel: (813) 874 0555; www.marriott.com).

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Visa & Immigration

IATA Travel Centre

The IATA Travel Centre delivers accurate passport, visa and health requirement information at a glance. It is a trusted, centralized source for the latest international travel requirements. The IATA Travel Centre is the most accurate source available because it is based on a comprehensive database used by virtually every airline, and information is gathered from official sources worldwide, such as immigration and police authorities.

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Hotels in Tampa

Tampa’s status as a business hub for the region means there’s no shortage of sizeable corporate hotels, some of which hold real holiday appeal.

A lot of the main American chains have presence here.

Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

2900 Bayport Drive FL 33607 Tampa USA Show on map

Category: Expensive

This first-rate hotel is situated in Old Tampa Bay, close to the airport. It offers a choice of over 400 bright, spacious rooms, suites and casitas (small Spanish-style villas) as well as modern business facilities.

Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore

Quality Inn & Suites Ybor City

4955 East 18th Avenue FL 33605 Tampa USA Show on map

Category: Moderate

Open since 2009, this hotel is an ideal address for tourists and business travelers alike, located as it is within easy reach of both Tampa Convention Center and the many attractions of the lively Ybor City neighborhood. Its spacious rooms are practically and comfortably appointed. An outside swimming pool and conference facilities are also available to guests.

Floridan Palace

905 North Florida Avenue FL 33602 Tampa USA Show on map

Category: Moderate

This 213-room hotel in downtown Tampa first opened its doors in 1926, making it one of the oldest hostelries in town. The lobby and restaurant both boast an opulent decor, while ornamental touches and gold details adorn the rooms. For all its old-world charm, the hotel has an extensive range of modern technical facilities lined up for its guests.